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PoliticsMar 22

House Speaker Johnson Faces GOP Attendance Challenges as Key Votes Approach

Speaker Mike Johnson confronts Republican attendance problems that could complicate passage of major legislation as lawmakers focus on 2026 midterms.

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PoliticsMar 3

Lawmakers Criticize State Department Over Middle East Evacuation Response

Congressional lawmakers have criticized the State Department's assistance to Americans in the Middle East amid regional tensions involving Iran.

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PoliticsApr 1

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman Announces 2026 New York Governor Campaign

Long Island Republican Bruce Blakeman has announced his candidacy for New York governor in 2026, promising to cut electric bills and adopt Trump-inspired messaging.

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PoliticsMar 15

Miliband Signals Possible Energy Bill Intervention Amid Rising Prices

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband indicates government may intervene on energy bills as oil and gas prices surge due to Middle East conflict.

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PoliticsMar 25

New York Governor Appeals to Wealthy Taxpayers Amid State Revenue Concerns

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has made appeals to wealthy taxpayers as the state faces fiscal challenges and competition from no-tax states like Florida.

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PoliticsMar 15

Liberal Democrats Call for Independent UK Nuclear Deterrent

Lib Dem leader Ed Davey will propose Britain develop fully independent nuclear weapons capability, ending reliance on the United States.

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PoliticsMar 25

CIA Report and European Terror Cases Highlight Different Aspects of Extremist Activity

A retracted CIA assessment and European terrorism investigations reveal ongoing concerns about extremist recruitment and international networks.

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PoliticsMar 28

USC Cancels California Gubernatorial Debate Amid Dispute Over Candidate Lineup

The University of Southern California canceled a planned gubernatorial debate following allegations about candidate selection criteria.

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PoliticsApr 1

Two Separate Criminal Cases Result in Lengthy Prison Sentences

A British man was sentenced for an XL bully attack while a New York man received 20+ years for killing a rapper during a pharmacy robbery.

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PoliticsMar 18

Democratic Strategist James Carville Criticizes Sen. Fetterman on Iran War Stance

James Carville publicly criticized Senator John Fetterman's support for military action against Iran during a podcast appearance.

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PoliticsMar 14

Trump considers Jones Act waiver to address rising gas prices amid Iran conflict

President Trump said he is examining potential suspension of Jones Act shipping requirements as gas prices have increased following U.S. military action in Iran.

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PoliticsMar 31

Indiana Revokes Commercial Driver Licenses for Immigrants Lacking Work Visas

Indiana is revoking CDLs for immigrants without valid work authorization, with licenses expiring Wednesday and $50,000 fines for employers.

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PoliticsMar 29

Actor Rob Schneider Calls for Military Draft Restoration Amid Rising Tensions

Comedian Rob Schneider advocated for mandatory military service for young Americans, citing need for unity as international tensions escalate.

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PoliticsMar 17

Federal Judge Strikes Down Arkansas Law Requiring Ten Commandments in Schools

A federal judge ruled Arkansas's law mandating Ten Commandments displays in public school classrooms violates the Constitution's Establishment Clause.

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PoliticsMar 31

Providence Officials Call for Removal of Ukrainian Woman's Memorial Mural

Providence Mayor Brett Smiley and state Rep. David Morales are calling for the removal of a mural honoring Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian woman allegedly murdered on a Charlotte train.

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